Basil Prosperi is a premier Italian restaurant and cafe in Des Moines, IA. Since 1994, we’ve dedicated ourselves to offering stellar customer service. We specialize in pasta, pizza, bread, and salads. We offer catering, takeout, to-go, dine-in, and more. We are known for our consistency in products and employees. We have been a staple in the skywalk for over 25 years. Our signature dish is our jalapeño cream sauce, which is very popular with our customers. At Basil Prosperi, we strive to provide excellent food and customer service to ensure our customers enjoy their dining experience. We’re looking forward to seeing our Des Moines neighbors. Stop in today!
Lunchtime destination for Italian pastas, sandwiches & salads in a contemporary cafe setting. Based on 181 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
801 Grand Ave Suite 355, Des Moines, IA 50309
Phone: (515) 244-2070
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Hours
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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7:30 AM–2 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
7:30 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday |
7:30 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday |
7:30 AM–2 PM |
| Friday |
7:30 AM–1 PM |
| Saturday |
Closed |
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Reviews
Jacob Hill
Good food and atmosphere. I got the fettuccine basil pesto and it was great! Comes with lots of bread which is a big plus. Not overpriced either.
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Ariana Garcia
The food here is really good! I’ve tried there pasta and pizza, super delicious.
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Justin Ahrens
I go almost every Friday for lunch. The spinach and ricotta penne is the best, and the service is great!
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Josh Allison
Consistently fantastic sandwiches, soups, and pasta. Have yet to be let down by basils sand the prices are on par with many less delicious places downtown.
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Austin
Food was amazing and staff was very friendly and cheerful. Price was also good. Highly recommend
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Michelle Brobst
Update—–2023. My favorite menu item changed in price from $4.25 to $9.83. Wow! Exact same food, portion, etc. I will not be returning. ——— Able to serve quality food to an extremely large quantity of people unbelievably quickly. You choose your pasta and sauce, grab actual silverware, and choose a glass of ice water with or without lemon from the dozens of glasses at the ready. You are given a number tag on a stick. Before you can select a table and get sat down, a waiter is carrying your food out and looking for your number tag. Very convenient that you don’t have to carry plate of pasta through crowded restaurant! And the service is just that fast. Food was fantastic. Portions are very large and most items are around $8.
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Olivia
Incredible food! Once you eat here, you’ll crave it again for your next meal. Amazing sandwiches, soups, pastas, and pizza. I also need to try their breakfast. Their bread is the best in DSM. Also, everyone who works there is very kind and caring.
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Phil Dutcher
Fantastic Breakfast, met the owner and staff; congenial, friendly and inviting restaurant!
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Zakyrah Harris
I find reasons to come to Iowa to eat here. I’ll make the drive for their food
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Mike Scoblic
The lasagna with the angry sauce is an all-time favorite of mine. There are probably some other very delicious food on the menu but I couldn’t tell you what they were because I only get the lasagna. It is awesome!
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